Workplace stress isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s something that regularly demands attention from employers. Research suggests work is a leading cause of workplace stress, with 40% of American workers reporting their jobs are very stressful. Feeling overwhelmed by deadlines and other job-related pressures, however, negatively impacts workplace outcomes. Fortunately, organizations can adopt many different tactics to ease tension. One creative solution is staging a corporate event with a video game truck. Find out more below. 

Why Address Workplace Stress?

Combating workplace stress isn’t just about keeping employees happy, although that’s an important initiative in itself. Alleviating work-related pressures has a positive impact on your company’s bottom line. Stress-related medical issues are responsible for $190 billion in health care costs each year.

There’s also the cost of absences to consider. When employees miss days due to stress and its consequences, productivity may lag. Moreover, feeling overly stressed can impede performance, potentially leading to further declines in business results. Addressing stress is often an effective antidote to underperformance.

How Do Video Games Relieve Stress?

Although a video game truck may not be the first solution that comes to mind for combating job-related stressors, inviting employees to engage in no-pressure gaming at work has multiple benefits. Cooperative types of games not only decrease stress but also spur positive feelings among fellow players, making for an overall rewarding social experience. Moreover, video games are an effective coping tool for recovering from stressful situations at work. 

Video game choice is a key driver of positive responses. Employees seem to realize the most significant benefits from gaming when playing cooperatively, so look for video game truck offerings that can be played as teams, such as Fortnite or Mario Party. Wii Sports can also be played in teams. In addition, gaming gets employees’ hearts pumping and rewards them with a burst of mood-boosting endorphins.

If you’re a business in St Louis, MO, or Edwardsville, IL, seeking a fun and engaging way to reward and de-stress employees, turn to Me 2 You Game Truck. Their game theater, which supports up to 28 players with 10 additional spots for observers, is climate-controlled for year-round enjoyment. See their full library of dozens of games online, or call (618) 980-1961 to schedule your next corporate experience.